Windows System Administrator Certificate

Pathway:

Windows System Administrator

Certificate Type:

Basic

Curriculum Code:

CIS.WSA.CERT (C407Z)

Total Program Credits: 18

The Windows System Administrator certificate program prepares students through hands-on training to install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows desktop and server systems and services to support the day-to-day management of small, medium, and enterprise network environments.

Stackable Certificate:

A+ Microcomputer Technician Certificate

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Windows System Administrator certificate program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Assign and update security permissions and optimize and evaluate system performance.
  2. Install or upgrade Windows systems and servers and troubleshoot system and server errors.
  3. Assess the stability, security, and scalability of installed Windows systems.
  4. Manage and maintain the file servers and explain the latest security protocols.

(Reviewed Fall 2022)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 101 Computer Systems & Business Applications

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science

Core Course

3

 
CIS 105 A+ PC Hardware & Software

Core Course

3

CIS 106 A+ PC Maintenance & Repair

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:9
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s)

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 174 Administering Windows Server

Core Course

3

CIS 176 LAN Administration: Windows Server

Core Course

3

CIS 210 # Data Communications & Networking Fundamentals

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:9
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.)

A+ Network Technician Certificate has been completed.

See CIS course descriptions.

Chairperson: Daniel Grigoletti, Ext. 3354; email: danielgrigoletti@triton.edu

 KEY
(AAS/CERT)
General Education Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take.
Program Elective Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
General Elective Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
# symbol This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course)